Wood Deck Resurfacing Ideas and TIPS Exotic hardwoods decking is hard to install and seal Sun and water ruin traditional treated lumber WATCH deck cleaning video below for non-toxic deck cleaner. Composite decking and railing is what I now have CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: My wood deck sits Read More »
Aluminum siding can be painted successfully. Painting aluminum siding properly includes proper cleaning and selecting the right paint and primer for the job. How to paint aluminum siding right with the best paint for the job? Use a thinned down oil base metal priming paint with a acrylic latex exterior house paint. Avoid any paint with ammonia!
A plunger really works well to unclog drains. Before calling a plumber, know how to use simple fixes like a plunger or chlorine bleach.
Roofing Ripoff Book If you're a new subscriber in the past few days, this is a very unusual newsletter. Don't click the Unsubscribe link just yet! I've been waiting for fifteen months to send this announcement. During all that time, I've had a few days filled with fear and other days of elation. It's been Read More »
Happy Friday! I've got a boatload of new tips to share and great news about my Roofing Ripoff book below. I also need your input on a very important four-question survey. The weather forecasters say Spring is going to show up here in New Hampshire. Sunny days and warm temperatures are supposed to start happening Read More »
Block foundation repair is more common than most people realize. Concrete block foundations that are about 8-feet tall have a history of developing horizontal cracks about 4 feet up from the floor. You rarely see this happen in cast or poured concrete foundation walls. Concrete Block = Hollow Walls It's important to realize the reason Read More »
Windows with low e glass can help stop the loss of heat from your home. Window treatments with ultra thin metallic coating in the glass is the answer.
Window sashes can be found in just about every home. Some go up and down, while others swing out like a door. You can buy window sash replacement kits in case your window sashes can't be repaired. If you want to save energy dollars, you are a candidate for high-efficiency window sash replacement kits. Tilt-in sash kits are popular because they make it easy to clean windows from inside the house.
Glass block installation requires minimal tools. When installing glass block windows, measure twice and draw a sketch of each window and take photos to show the fabricator. Correct sizing of block windows is critically important. These glass block installation tips will walk you through the process of completing your project with success.
A window seat is a great addition to your home. Window seats provide both extra storage and a place to sit, relax, read a book and look out the window. Building a window seat can be built in a few days. Once completed, just add some window seat cushions and sit, relax and catch up on that book.
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